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Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel
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1,014 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score
- Big Island of Hawaii
- 2 hrs
- Updated November 2, 2026
Snorkel after dark off Kona with an in-water guide, searching for wild manta rays at the site with the best recent sightings.
About this tour
As darkness settles over the Kona coast, the ocean becomes a stage for one of Hawaii’s most remarkable wildlife encounters. This 120-minute Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel takes you by boat to the northern manta site near Kona airport or south to Keauhou, depending on where recent sightings have been best.
With a certified in-water guide and lifeguard, snorkeling equipment, and a shorty wetsuit provided, you can focus on the water below as you look for manta rays moving through the night. The crew prioritizes safety and shares its care for the land, ocean, and wildlife. Manta rays are wild animals, so sightings are not guaranteed; the operator offers return options for eligible guests if no mantas appear.
You’ll need basic swimming skills, previous snorkeling experience, and the ability to climb a boat ladder independently. Check-in is at Honokohau Small Boat Harbor and may be up to 40 minutes before departure, so confirm your arrival time with the provider. Book your Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel for a chance to witness these graceful ocean visitors in their natural habitat.
Highlights
- Snorkel after dark in search of wild manta rays
- Visit the northern manta site or Keauhou based on sightings
- Get in-water guidance from a certified guide and lifeguard
What's included
Included
- Certified in-water guide and lifeguard
- Snorkeling equipment
- Shorty wetsuit
Not included
- Gratuities
- Private transportation
- Prescription snorkel mask
Ratings on each provider
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View on Viator
Viator
4.68 / 5 · 595 reviews
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View on GetYourGuide
GetYourGuide
4.49 / 5 · 405 reviews
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View on GetYourGuide
GetYourGuide
4.21 / 5 · 14 reviews
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Important information
- Basic swimming skills and previous snorkeling experience are required
- Guests must climb a boat ladder independently
- Guests must understand English safety instructions and briefings
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, poor cardiovascular health, or physical or mobility restrictions
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- Contact the operator if you would like a life jacket
- Check-in may be up to 40 minutes before the tour; confirm the time with the provider
- Manta rays are wild and sightings are not guaranteed; eligible full-price online bookings may return on another night at no charge, while third-party or discounted bookings may rejoin for $60 per person
- Check in at Honokohau Small Boat Harbor; follow Kealakehe Parkway west from Highway 19 and enter the harbor's north side
Frequently asked questions
Are manta Ray sightings guaranteed?
No. Manta rays are wild animals, so sightings cannot be guaranteed. If none appear, eligible full-price online bookings may return on another night at no charge; third-party or discounted bookings may rejoin for $60 per person.
What swimming experience is required?
Basic swimming skills and previous snorkeling experience are required.
Can I join if I have mobility restrictions?
Guests must be able to climb a boat ladder independently. The tour is not recommended for travelers with physical or mobility restrictions.
When should I arrive?
Confirm your check-in time with the provider. Check-in may be up to 40 minutes before the scheduled tour.
Where does the tour meet?
Meet at Honokohau Small Boat Harbor on the north side. From Highway 19, turn west onto Kealakehe Parkway and take the first right into the harbor.
How this score is calculated
This tour scores 4.68 on Viator and 4.49 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.
How the score works and rating distribution in Big Island of Hawaii
- Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
- Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
- Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 5.7.
Provider rating distribution in Big Island of Hawaii
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- GetYourGuide
- Viator
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